Caring For All Heart Launches Online Program
September 15, 2023
There are racial disparities in the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases and Black adults are at a significantly higher risk. Members at the BPAO came
News & Insights
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Why Dr. Ayonrinde believes Community is key to Black physician identity and wellness.
September 29, 2023
Dr Oyedeji (Deji) Ayonrinde earned his medical degree in Nigeria, specialized in general and addiction psychiatry in the UK, with qualifications in the history of
Empowering Black Migrant Workers Through Community Health Fair in Western Ontario
September 14, 2023
In a concerted effort to welcome and support Black migrant workers in Western Ontario, community organizations came together to plan the first ever Windsor-Essex Caribbean Health Fair.
Three BPAO takeaways from Emancipation Month 2023.
August 25, 2023
Toronto is one of the few cities that celebrate all of August as Emancipation Month. It’s a time for celebration and contemplation, rejuvenation and reflection
Stephen Blizzard, MD inducted into Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
June 15, 2023
Stephen Blizzard, MD (1928 – 2020) was a pilot, physician, decorated peacekeeper, and became an authority in aviation medicine. He was born in Trinidad and
The Walnut Foundation’s 9th Annual Walkathon a Success!
June 9, 2023
Black men are 76% more likely to get prostate cancer and 2.2x more likely to die from it. That is why The Walnut Foundation hosted
Welcoming VP: Dr. Shambe Mutungi
May 26, 2023
The BPAO is pleased to welcome Dr. Shambe Mutungi into her new role as Vice President at the organization.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recognizes that community-driven initiatives are fundamental to fostering confidence in vaccination.
April 24, 2023
On Friday April 21st, PHAC held a press conference acknowledging Black organizations that led the work of engaging community in culturally affirming ways. The work
Member Feature: Dr. Tanya Wlliams
April 19, 2023
Member Feature: Dr. Tanya Wlliams Dr. Tanya Williams has been practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology, Infertility and Reproductive Endocrinology in Toronto for over just over 30